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Skellig (Skellig, #1)

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Fantasy Young Adult Fiction

by David Almond

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3.77 (13.8K ratings)
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description 208 pages

Skellig by David Almond holds a well received rating of 3.77 out of 5, based on 13.8K reader ratings. First published in 1998. The book spans 208 pages.

About Skellig

Unhappy about his baby sister's illness and the chaos of moving into a dilapidated old house, Michael retreats to the garage and finds a mysterious stranger who is something like a bird and something like an angel...

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Author David Almond
Published 1998
Pages 208
Genres Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction
Average Rating 3.77 / 5.00
Total Ratings 13,778

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.8
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13.8K ratings
With a rating of 3.77, Skellig is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.06, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

3.77
This Book
4.06
Fantasy Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Skellig?

Skellig is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is Skellig worth reading?

Based on 13.8K reader ratings, Skellig has an average score of 3.77 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is Skellig?

Skellig has 208 pages.

Who wrote Skellig?

Skellig was written by David Almond. It was first published in 1998.

What is the ISBN for Skellig?

The ISBN-13 for Skellig is 9780440229090.0.

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